Massage Envy Says 'Aloha' From Hawaii With New Clinic Now Open On Oahu

- Grand Opening Celebration to Take Place on Dec. 15th with Blessing Led by Kahu Kurt -

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Massage Envy has a new tropical paradise to call home. Opening today on the island of Oahu in Hawaii, local residents now have a spa to de-stress and relax, right in their own backyard. Located in Pearl City at 1000 Kamehameha Highway in the Pearl Highlands Center, Massage Envy offers a variety of therapeutic massage treatments and Murad® Healthy Skin facials to keep its members and guests on the path to wellness.

"Our doors are open and we are so excited to invite the community to check out our new clinic," said Nate McFarland, regional developer of Hawaii. "Until now, residents of Oahu had to travel to the tourist areas for a massage and pay a premium price. Our goal is to help our neighbors achieve health and wellness with our quality, affordable massage and facial treatments and monthly memberships."

The Pearl City Massage Envy will host a blessing led by Kahu Kurt on Dec. 15, 2012. The public is encouraged to tour the new clinic, meet the team, and enjoy pupus and refreshments. Additionally, a portion of all proceeds on this day will be donated to the Arthritis Foundation, Massage Envy's national philanthropic partner, to support the organization's mission to prevent, control and cure arthritis.

"Nate and I are thrilled to open the first Massage Envy in Hawaii and we hope that our brand and our vision - Better lives. Better 'ohanas. Better communities. A better world...through our hands - will be embraced wholeheartedly by local residents," said Lari Jarvis, regional developer of Hawaii. "We plan to create about 25 jobs within the first year of operation and truly look forward to serving the community."

As the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, Massage Envy offers a variety of massage treatments at its more than 800 clinics, including Swedish, Trigger Point, Lomi Lomi, Deep Tissue, Sports, Prenatal and Geriatric. The proven benefits of routine massage include improved circulation, joint flexibility and posture, relief from pain and swelling caused by arthritis, reduced blood pressure, fatigue, migraine pain and stress, as well as improved sleep, concentration and overall sense of well-being.

Massage Envy Spa locations also offer facials designed by Dr. Murad, the leader in skincare science. Customers can choose from four different Murad® Healthy Skin facials including Environmental Shield® Vitamin C, Clarifying Enzyme Acne, Anti-Aging and Sensitive Skin. A variety of Murad products are also available for purchase at Massage Envy Spa locations and make great gifts.

In 2011, Massage Envy formed a partnership with the Arthritis Foundation to raise awareness and funds to support the organization's mission to prevent, control and cure arthritis. In total, Massage Envy has raised more than $1 million in two, one-day Healing Hands for Arthritis events. The brand is also as a national sponsor of the Arthritis Foundation's 250 Arthritis Walk® events around the country, where local Massage Envy owners share information about the benefits of massage therapy, provide chair massages and support the Arthritis Foundation at their respective local walks. Massage Envy and the Arthritis Foundation share a common understanding about the devastating effects of the disease on the body and the potential for massage therapy to relieve and control certain symptoms.

Massage Envy, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is the leading provider of therapeutic massage in the United States. The national franchise is dedicated to providing professional and affordable therapeutic massage and spa services to members and guests with busy lifestyles at convenient times and locations. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy has over 800 locations in 46 states. In addition, the average unit volume for a Massage Envy is $1.2 million. Through its national partnership with the Arthritis Foundation, Massage Envy has raised more than $1 million in two, one-day Healing Hands for Arthritis events. The company was recently ranked #57 in Entrepreneur's 2012 Franchise 500 and #29 in its Fastest Growing Franchise rankings. Massage Envy is a member of the International Franchise Association (IFA) and was recently named a 2012 Military Friendly Franchise. For more information, visit MassageEnvy.com.